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📣 The 2024/5 Global Education Monitoring Report on Leadership in Education is NOW OUT! The #2024GEMReport has officially launched, offering critical insights and policy recommendations on leadership's role in advancing quality education worldwide. ➡️ Dive into data, case studies, and expert analysis that highlight how effective leadership shapes learning outcomes: https://lnkd.in/eTHkB9BY Thank you to all our partners and funders for their ongoing commitment and support! 👏 #LeadforLearning

Our advocacy brief, 'Learners with Disabilities and Technology,' explores how inclusive and assistive technologies are transforming education for learners with disabilities. It emphasizes the importance of embedding universal design principles in all technologies to ensure no one is left behind. 👇 Discover the 6 key advantages driving inclusion through technology. Let's work together to ensure equitable #EducationForAll! Explore more: https://bit.ly/41fUoIk #AllMeansAll #TechOnOurTerms

Save the date! Join us for the launch of the 2023 Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report in Southeast Asia on Technology in Education : A Tool on Whose Terms?, in partnership with SEAMEO SEN and with the support from SEAMEO Secretariat and the GEM Report UNESCO team on 5 December 2024! The launch of this national edition, will bring together ministers of education, educators, and key stakeholders to discuss challenges and opportunities in leveraging technology for education. The #GEMReport provides valuable insights into the benefits of educational technology while addressing critical challenges, such as uneven internet access, varying levels of digital readiness, and the necessity for policies that foster equitable technology integration. These findings aim to equip educators and policymakers with the tools to create inclusive learning environments tailored to the diverse needs of learners. This national launch event will include a special forum discussing how technology is reshaping education, including #STEM, with a focus on #inclusivity, #equity, and #accessibility in learning environments across #SoutheastAsia. 📅 Date: 5 December 2024 ⏰ Time: 8:30 AM (GMT+8 Malaysia Standard Time) 📍 Live Broadcast: SEAMEO RECSAM’s official Facebook page and YouTube channel 👉 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/g-eUHPRT 📖 Read the full GEM Report: https://lnkd.in/gpBFjstA Learn how Southeast Asia is navigating the digital shift in education. We look forward to your participation in this engaging and thought-provoking discussion!

"Some children in the class are in a wheelchair. Well so what?" — Sandra Damian, a student in Moldova, says it best — disabilities should never define a person’s potential. Across Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia, countries like Moldova, Armenia, and Estonia are proving that inclusive education is not just possible — it is transformative. ✔️ In Moldova, Sandra once feared her wheelchair would make her invisible. Now, thanks to inclusive reforms, she is thriving in a school that values her abilities, not her limitations. ✔️ In Armenia, Gor’s classmates learned compassion and teamwork as they supported him with daily tasks. ✔️ In Estonia, schools are setting a standard with specialized educators, tailored timetables, and collaborative decision-making that ensures every child gets the support they need. 📖 Explore these inspiring stories and learn how we can build more inclusive schools in the #WorldEducationBlog: https://bit.ly/4g1HfXN Inclusive education does not just open doors for children with disabilities; it creates a culture of empathy, respect, and unity. When schools embrace diversity, everyone wins. On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, let’s push for education systems where every child, regardless of their abilities, gets the chance to learn. Because #AllmeansAll.

On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, let’s break barriers in education and create opportunities for all learners! Children with disabilities are 7% less likely to finish primary school than their peers, with gaps widening to 10% in Zimbabwe and 14% in Iraq. These numbers likely underestimate the challenge, as many families in disadvantaged communities may not report disabilities. Technology can transform education, offering new ways to learn and thrive. In Kenya, visually impaired students are using tablets with screen readers to study independently. In the US, sign language storybooks are helping deaf preschoolers build essential reading skills. Tools like Braille devices, closed-caption videos, and speech-generating applications are improving literacy, numeracy, and social skills, helping students overcome barriers that once seemed insurmountable. Yet challenges persist. During the pandemic, only 12% of visually impaired learners had access to Braille materials, and just 10% of deaf students received audio transcripts. A lack of teacher training and limited access to assistive tools mean many are still left behind. Let’s ensure education solutions prioritize equity, sustainability, and learner-centered design, where technology supports—not replaces—the human connection. 👇 Explore #GEMReport's advocacy brief 👇 #AllmeansAll #TechOnOurTerms #EducationForAll CBM Global Disability Inclusion, Inclusion International, Light for the World, Humanity & Inclusion, Asociación Azul, World Blind Union

System leaders are the unsung heroes of education. These are education officials — district officers, school inspectors, curriculum specialists, and others — working at central and local levels to achieve system-wide education goals. Their responsibilities include: ✅ Setting directions by aligning education goals and policies. ✅ Monitoring progress to ensure curriculum, pedagogy, and assessments reflect priorities. ✅ Supporting schools by mentoring and guiding principals and teachers. ✅ Fostering collaboration to drive school-to-school networks and local reforms. Yet, despite their critical role, system leaders are often under-recognized, under-supported, and under-researched. The #2024GEMReport highlights their impact—and the urgent need to invest in them to #LeadForLearning. Why do system leaders need support? 🔸 Many lack clarity about their roles, limiting their effectiveness. 🔸 Few receive leadership training, impeding long-term improvements. 🔸 Recruitment prioritizes tenure over talent, sidelining essential skills. 🔸 Political influence undermines appointments and weakens systems. It’s time to recognize and invest in system leaders. Their leadership is essential to transforming education systems and achieving #SDG4. ➡️ Explore more in the latest #WorldEducationBlog: https://bit.ly/3Vl75h3 👇 How can we better support system leaders? Share your thoughts below!👇

Social media can negatively affect girls’ well-being and reinforce gender norms. The risks include: cyberbullying, personal data misuse, privacy invasion, abuse, identity theft, offensive messages and images, scams, fake news, and misinformation. Explore the #2024GenderReport to learn why we should help girls turn the Learning Mode on 🟢: https://lnkd.in/dRFbRNcz #TechOnOurTerms #GEMReport #GirlsInSTEM #SafeToLearn #NoExcuse

It’s no secret that girls and boys have equal potential in math. Yet, as they progress through their education, girls’ confidence often declines — not due to a lack of ability, but because of the pervasive stereotype that STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is “for boys,” which significantly impacts their interest and performance in these fields. 🕓 The timeline below shows global trends, reflecting the average educational journeys of boys and girls. It highlights key moments where gender disparities begin to emerge, revealing how stereotypes and societal expectations shape confidence and opportunities in STEM. Despite these challenges, countries like Kenya, Namibia, and Germany are already leading the way with gender-inclusive policies and programs. Their efforts prove that change is not only possible, but essential for a future where all children, regardless of gender, can excel in STEM. Take a closer look at the timeline to understand where action is needed to ensure equal opportunities for all in STEM. 👉 📄 Discover key steps to support girls and women to pursue STEM subjects and careers: https://bit.ly/STEM-brief 💡 What more can we do to ensure equal opportunities for boys and girls in STEM? Share your thoughts in the comments!👇 #WomenInSTEM #GirlsInSTEM #EducationForAll 

The #2024GenderReport, “Technology on her terms", is now available in French! This report explores the relationship between gender and technology in education, highlighting both opportunities to empower girls and challenges that must be addressed. In the last 20 years, global progress has opened doors for millions of girls to access and excel in education. However, barriers persist—from unequal access to technology and digital skills to harmful stereotypes embedded in tech design. Education is key to building a gender-balanced digital future. Discover how we can make technology work for every girl and unlock her full potential! ➡️ Read the report in French: https://bit.ly/4eQIms1 #TechOnOurTerms

Women are still significantly underrepresented in STEM fields, despite decades of progress. Globally, only 35% of STEM graduates are women (according to UNESCO Institute for Statistics), and the digital sector is even more imbalanced. Women make up just 26% of workers in data and AI, 15% in engineering, and only 12% in cloud computing across the world’s leading economies. In the latest #WorldEducationBlog, the #GEMReport outlines 7 key actions that can help close the gender gap and encourage more girls and women to pursue subjects and careers in STEM. These include changes to policies, providing mentorship, creating more inclusive educational environments, and more. Countries like Kenya, Namibia, and Germany are already taking bold steps to create gender-inclusive STEM pathways. Learn more about these impactful initiatives! 🌟 It’s time to unlock the potential of #WomenInSTEM. Dive into the full blog to find out how we can make this happen: https://bit.ly/4g4DdgN #YearofEducation #STEMAfrica #GirlsInSTEM Illustrations: GEM Report/Housatonic